Feeling like we have to deal with everything on our own can turn into resentment and anger.

It seems difficult to “go there” with many of our friends, but it just takes being brave one time to break the ice and get to more meaningful conversation.

Here are some of my favorite conversation starters that can help get the conversation flowing on a deeper level:

Ask a friend how she is, then when she responds with the typical “Oh, I’m fine,” ask her again. “No. Really. I want to know. How ARE you?”

“Is there anything going on right now that you could use some extra support with?”

“What’s one thing you’ve always wanted to do?”

Admit your own struggle and ask for her support or advice. “You know it’s really hard for me to admit this right now, but I’d love to have a little advice…”

Have a “year end” conversation and ask what her greatest success was this year and what she struggled the most with this year. Then share your own.

Have a favorite/least favorite conversation about anything...what’s your favorite thing about being a mom? What’s your least favorite thing about being a mom? Then share your own.

Often times opening ourselves up automatically puts the other person at ease. They feel flattered that you’re willing to trust them with the conversation. They feel relieved that they’re not alone feeling the same thing or similar.

It can be uncomfortable to be vulnerable, for sure.

But it has big payoffs. It creates real connection and community.

One thing I love about technology is the ability to create community no matter where we live.

I’ve done that in my Facebook group. It’s a great space to connect, get support, and have real conversations with other like minded women.

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